Booker is 0-4 against Cardinal Mooney since April of 2023 but things could change on Thursday. The Fighting Tornadoes will head out to face off against the Cougars at 4:30 p.m. Booker has given up an average of 11.7 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Booker came into their game on Monday off a hard-fought close win, but unfortunately suffered a serious change of fortune. They lost 16-0 to Cardinal Mooney. Having soared to a lofty 13 runs in the game before, the Fighting Tornadoes' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
For Cardinal Mooney's part, Kaitlyn Will made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out ten batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Those ten strikeouts gave Will a new career-high. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs and one triple.
In other batting news, Erin Sugg was a standout: she went 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That stolen base marked the first that she has snagged this season. Another player making a difference was Ava Proffitt, who got on base in all three of her plate appearances with three runs and one RBI.
Cardinal Mooney was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .684. They are a perfect 4-0 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
Cardinal Mooney's defeat dropped their record down to 5-8. As for Booker, their loss dropped their record down to 4-3.
Thursday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Booker hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .451. However, it's not like Cardinal Mooney struggles in that department as they've averaged .331. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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